What is cryotherapy?
Cryotherapy was invented in Japan in the 1970’s by Dr. Toshima Yamauchi to relieve pain and treat rheumatoid arthritis. Whole body cryotherapy is a cooling therapy that uses nitrogen gas to cool your body in just 2-3 minutes and is similar to the concept of applying an ice pack to a painful muscle or joint, but on a larger scale.

Are there any restrictions for whole-body cryotherapy?
Those with the following conditions cannot use the cryotherapy chamber:

• Uncontrolled blood pressure (high or low)
• Raynaud’s Syndrome, or any disease/condition that causes a sensitivity or allergy to cold
• Unstable heart pain, or history of a heart attack
• Disease of the blood vessels or blood clots
• Open sores or active infection
• Uncontrolled seizure disorder
• Nerve pain (neuropathy)
• Pregnancy
• People under the age of 16 (ages 16-18 are allowed with parent/guardian consent)

What are the benefits?
Every participant has their own individual response; however, many report:

• Increased energy
• Greater alertness and focus
• Rapid recovery from workouts
• Anxiety and depression relief
• Better sleep
• Decreased muscle and joint pain
• Promotion of weight loss
• Reduced signs of aging

How often can I get cryotherapy?
No more than twice per day, and at least 4 hours between the two sessions.